Accountant & Human Capital Administrator

Job Description

Accountant & Human Capital Administrator – Luxury Safari Lodge | Hoedspruit

Salary : Negotiable Depending on Experience | Live-In

Location : Hoedspruit, Limpopo

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant & Human Capital Administrator to join a prestigious luxury safari lodge located in the Hoedspruit area. This dual-role position is ideal for a highly motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic, remote environment and possesses both strong financial and HR administration skills.

Key Characteristics :

Diligent self-starter with a high level of attention to detail

Operationally minded with a keen interest in how lodge processes impact financial reporting

Highly numerate and analytical with strong financial acumen

Demonstrated leadership skills and a collaborative team approach

Results-focused while adaptable to diverse personalities and environments

Ethical, principled, and professional in all interactions

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Adaptable to the cultural and social values of a remote luxury hospitality environment

Experience & Qualifications :

Minimum 4 years' management experience (essential)

Previous experience in luxury lodge or tour operations finance (advantageous)

BComm Accounting degree or similar qualification

Valid RSA driver’s licence

Experience in human resources functions

Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems

Experience with Sage People; SQL and MS Access an advantage

Core Responsibilities :

Accounting Duties :

Accurate financial recording and management across all business units

Monitor financial controls and conduct internal audits within the lodges

Maintain and enhance financial standards and ensure finance deadlines are met

Train staff across various skill levels and backgrounds

Interpret and analyse monthly management accounts

Conduct monthly finance meetings to review financial performance

Authorise and allocate business expenditure correctly

Reconcile accounts, including inter-lodge and clearing accounts

Manage and support stock control procedures and assist in stock counts

Develop, review and implement financial systems and procedures

Oversee and assist with budgeting and forecasting

Assist with year-end audits and general finance queries

Track capital expenditure against budgets

Monitor sustainability data and compile related reports and graphs

Ensure business compliance (e.g., liquor licence, business licence)

Maintain fixed asset registers and fleet monitoring

Analyse and track maintenance spending

Assist with the implementation and integration of financial systems

Human Capital Duties :

Administer payroll processes, including new hires, terminations, and adjustments

Ensure UIF documentation is processed with the Department of Labour

Prepare and reconcile payroll for managerial sign-off

Maintain accurate employee files and handle staff queries

Produce monthly human capital reports

Organise and report on quarterly Employment Equity (EE) forums

Assist with annual EE reporting and training requirements

Maintain systems and records related to human resources functions

Support and implement human capital projects as needed

Ad Hoc Tasks :

Lead or support projects as identified from time to time

Balance commercial and technical financial requirements

Resolve complex operational and financial challenges under pressure

To apply , please send your CV to Kendrick Recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Requirements

experience